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Stablecoins—cryptocurrencies pegged to external currencies—are set to revolutionize the global financial system by introducing new competition to traditional banking and finance. As issuers, digital wallet providers, and legacy banks vie for dominance, the impact will extend beyond financial institutions to any business reliant on large-scale money transfers. Unlike past tech battles, this...

Token Terminal’s recent analysis suggests that BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, is poised to enter the Ethereum layer-2 landscape. A move mirroring Coinbase’s Base, this strategic decision could fundamentally reshape the institutional adoption of blockchain technology. A BlackRock-backed L2 would offer several compelling advantages. First, it would provide a...

Bitcoin, the pioneering cryptocurrency, has solidified its position as the most recognized and trusted digital asset. Its potential to serve as a hedge against inflation, akin to gold, has attracted significant interest from institutional investors. The prospect of high returns on investment (ROI), accessibility, and liquidity are among the compelling factors driving individuals and...

In the ever-evolving world of cryptocurrencies, meme coins have carved out a niche for themselves, capturing the imagination of investors and speculators alike. Building on the success of earlier meme coin sensations like Dogecoin and Shiba Inu, a new wave of meme coins is emerging, this time centered around political figures. These so-called “PolitiFi” coins […]

Coinbase’s Layer 2 network, Base, is experiencing a meteoric rise in Decentralized Exchange (DEX) activity. With a staggering 53% surge in DEX users within the last 24 hours, Base boasts a record 267,000 active users, eclipsing Binance Chain’s 154,000. This explosive growth positions Base as the potential runner-up in the DEX user race for the […]

Ethereum’s dominance in the blockchain space is undeniable, but its growing pains are well documented. Enter zkSync Era, a Layer-2 solution promising to slash transaction fees and boost scalability while maintaining Ethereum’s security. The recent launch of their native token, ZK, created a predictable frenzy of airdrop hunters, followed by a swift sell-off. However, beneath...

In a move prompted by new European regulations, cryptocurrency giant Binance is shaking up the stablecoin market within the EU. Starting at the end of June, Binance will restrict access to certain stablecoins deemed “unauthorized” by the European Union. To ease the transition for users, Binance will implement a “phased approach,” encouraging them to switch […]

Forget diamonds; silver might be the real “precious” metal! While it may have the nickname “poor man’s gold,” silver boasts a surprising rarity that throws the current market value into question. Geologists estimate that a mere 19 ounces of silver exist in the Earth’s crust for every 1 ounce of gold. That disparity shrinks when […]

The long-awaited approval, often deemed the ‘holy grail’ for institutional adoption, has its roots in the Winklevoss brothers’ 2013 application. After a rejection, it took eight years for the arrival of Bitcoin futures ETFs in October 2021, and now, with SEC approval, a whopping eleven spot Bitcoin ETFs are set to launch. Discover the significance […]

Cryptocurrency banks are banks that see cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and the like as a means of exchange and debt settlement. These banks usually interact in a friendly manner with cryptocurrencies or businesses related to crypto. These banks sometimes provide cryptographic custodial services. Most banks can shut down an account with very little or no […]